In "The Catcher in the Rye", Holden Cawfield is a depressed, immature lying teen who can't seem to grow up. Holden's depression starts with the death of his brother, Allie. Holden is expelled from numerous schools due to his poor academics which are brought on by his depression. Manic depression, compulsive lying, and immaturity throughout the novel characterize Holden.
Holden's depression centers on Allie. The manner that Holden sees himself and how he sees others leads him to be expelled from school. "One thing about packing depressed me a little," (p51). …
